Sex after marriage according to science

sex after marriage statistics
We’ve all heard the horror stories about how married people do not have sex, but recent studies have shown that this is not the case. According to the National Survey of Sexual Health and Behavior, which surveyed nearly six-thousand people in 2010, those who have put a ring on it are getting it on more than single people are. Not only are married couples getting laid more, but the sex has more variation, says sexual health expert Dr. Laura Burman. According to the study, that includes more oral sex than those who are unattached. In fact, 61 percent of the singles in the survey have not had sex in over a year. So much for the idea that being single means you’re getting laid. Read more

How much is too much: Keep it classy, sassy and not trashy

Makin' Love with Rachel and Destin
Boys and girls, it has come to our attention that most of you simply don’t know how to act on a first date. So let's start on the outside and work our way inside. Ladies, keep your dress or skirt to no more than an inch or two above the knee; keep him curious. Show a little cleavage, but don’t release the twins. And don’t walk out looking like you just robbed Tiffany’s -- when it comes to jewelry, a little shine goes a long way. Read more

Bachelorette fans! My advice to Bachelorette Emily Maynard

Love advice for Bachelorette Emily Maynard
Bachelorette’s newest leading lady is beautiful, young and has a career she loves. She’s the perfect catch for a good guy -- sweet, down to earth and knows what she doesn't want. Prospective suitors have pursued her while grocery shopping. I mean -- Emily is hot! Emily's biggest challenge is going to be how to know when somebody is pulling out the stops because of her and when it's just an act. Read more

3 Tips for baiting a wedding date

Tips for finding a wedding date
Royal wedding or Wedding Crashers, a girl always wants a partner in crime when attending a wedding. Who wants to be sitting alone as a love-struck bride and groom tie the knot and spend the evening gazing into each other’s eyes? It can get even the best of us unattached women scrambling for a prospective plus one. Here's how to deal. Read more

Here’s the deal: There’s a time and a place for casual sex

casual sex relationship
Every woman needs to clear out the pipes once in a while. If you’re not ready for a relationship, casual sex can work. It’s called "friends with benefits" for a reason -- you like the guy, there’s a physical attraction and you have fun together. The benefit is the easy, unattached sex without the regular needs and requirements of a relationship. It’s an arrangement that can be great for those who don’t want to sleep with multiple partners in order to get a little action. It’s all the fun and play without the deeper needs of a relationship... in a perfect world. Read more

Summer flings: Can you handle it?

The pros and cons of summer flings
Blame it on Danny Zuko and Sandra Dee from Grease -- or virtually any other Hollywood summer fairytale that has all of us wired to love (and long for) a fun summer fling. After all, a season that combines gorgeous, shimmery skin and simple clothing with warm weather and fun outdoor fetes practically begs us to plant a kiss on someone. Read more